First Chief Justice of the United States

Are you ready to challenge your intellect? Introducing Slate’s daily trivia quiz, a delightful way to test your knowledge about history. By engaging with our game, you’ll enjoy a series of thought-provoking questions designed to push your mental limits.

Each weekday, I, Ray Hamel, present a fresh and captivating set of inquiries revolving around a specific theme. When you complete the quiz, you’ll have the chance to see how your score compares to the average player. Plus, if you’re a Slate Plus member, you can check your standing on our leaderboard and see how you measure up against others.

This is your chance to show off your smarts and share your results with friends, all in a friendly competition to find out who’s got the best knowledge. Today’s focus is history—so can you conquer the quiz and outperform the average contestant? Good luck!

For those of you diving into this quiz for the first time, make sure to review the rules before starting. To fully engage with our interactive features, ensure that cookies are enabled in your browser and that Javascript is turned on.

At Slate, we’ve expanded our offerings to include more quizzes throughout the week, providing plenty of opportunities to exercise your brain. Don’t miss out on it—join in, and let’s see how you fare!